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Canterbury, United Kingdom
Canterbury Cathedral has been the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury — the head of the Church of England — since 597 AD. The murder of Thomas Becket here in 1170 made it one of medieval Europe's most important pilgrimage destinations, inspiring Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. The compact old town within medieval walls preserves timber-framed houses and riverside gardens.
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The old town is small and flat. Enter through Westgate Towers and walk straight to the cathedral — the route follows the medieval pilgrim's path.
April through September. The cathedral can be very busy in summer — early morning visits are quieter.